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Equestrian novices, experts and spectators will find this roundup of some of New Jersey’s fall events a handy guide. For more information such as times or fees, please contact the stable or organization.
Far Hills Race Meeting
The 89th annual Far Hills Race Meeting will take place on October 17 at Moorland Farms in Far Hills. This NJ landmark event gathers upwards of 50,000 spectators to experience the height of culinary skill, modern and traditional fashion and top thoroughbred jump racing. The Far Hills Race is an event for tailgaters and aristocrats, corporations and families. From the top of the hill at Moorland Farms, decorated with floral tents and themed décor, to the bottom of the hill, packed with jubilant gatherings, the Far Hills Race exemplifies New Jersey’s best. Since the ’50s, this unique event has raised more than $17 million for Somerset Medical Center. The Far Hills Race Meeting helped fund the creation of Somerset Medical’s Steeplechase Cancer Center, which is named in honor of the races. For more information, call (908) 685-2929 or email office@farhillsrace.org.
Lord Stirling Stables
256 South Maple Avenue
Basking Ridge
(908) 766-5955
www.somersetcountyparks.org
September 13: Private Horse Hunter Pace
The Hunter Pace is open to private horse owners and consists of teams of two or three riders following a well-marked course for more than 7 miles and includes more than 30 fences ranging in height from 2 to 3 feet. There are three divisions: Open, Family and Junior.
September 20: Jack Benny Trail Ride
The leisurely one-hour trail ride is open to riders that are 60 years of age and older.
September 27: Fall Nature Ride
The Friends of Lord Stirling Stable Fall Nature Ride welcomes riders with little or no riding experience on a one-hour guided trail ride. Riders are invited to stay for a Hunt Breakfast following the ride. Experienced English saddle riders may also enjoy this leisurely ride along the 18 miles of trails with their non-rider friends.
October 4: Fall Pleasure Drive
Carriage drivers will follow a predetermined, well-marked route through the miles of beautiful trails. Time is not a factor in the outcome. A just-for-fun cones course will also be available if weather permits.
October 24: Halloween Party
The 3rd Annual Halloween Bash is a fundraiser for Basking Ridge Fire Company No. 1 and First Aid Squad.
Seaton Hackney Stables
440 South Street, Morristown
(973) 644-3355
www.seatonhackney.com
Fall Troop Program for beginners, intermediate, advanced & cross country riders:
August 31–October 18: Fall Troop Session 1
October 26–December 13: Fall Troop Session 2
October 24: Fall Schooling Show
Petite Equestrian Program for children (ages 3 to 7):
September 7–October 11: Session 1
October 19–November 22: Session 2
The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation, headquartered on Hamilton Farm in Gladstone, hosts and promotes several equestrian events throughout the year. Established as a not-for-profit organization, the USET Foundation helps fund the competition, training, coaching, travel and educational needs of equestrian athletes and horses in partnership with the United States Equestrian Federation. Events will be held at the USET Foundation Dressage Arena. For more information, call (908) 234-1251 or visit www.uset.com.
Upcoming events:
September 12 & 13: Liberty Network Side Saddle Horse Show
September 25–27: Gladstone Autumn Fair & Pleasure Driving Show
October 3 & 4: Show Jumping East Coast Talent Search Finals
October 11: Sharing Village “Driving for Surviving” Annual Benefit Event
The 147-acre Horse Park of New Jersey, located at Stone Tavern in Allentown, Monmouth County, is the result of both a public and private partnership. The land was purchased by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection with Green Acres funds. The New Jersey Department of Agriculture continues to assist in the development of the park into a world-class equine exhibition facility. From March through November, equine events are scheduled for most weekends and many weekdays, including frequent multi-day events. Call (609) 259-0170 or visit www.horseparkofnewjersey.com for more information and a complete list
of events.
Upcoming events at the Horse Park of New Jersey:
September 13: Jersey Classic Horse Sale
September 19: NJ Bred All Breed Horse Show
September 20: Eastern States Dressage Championships
September 24–27: Woodedge (Shore Classic)
October 9–11: Garden State Classic Dressage Show